US Soccer D License 2015 -Candidate Guide-

US SOCCER D LICENSE “THANK YOU” We appreciate the commitment you have made to Coaching Education and Player Development For queries, Contact Jackie Burket, Coaching Education Administrator (jackie@vysa.com); Paul Shaw, Coaching Education Director (paul@vysa.com). Or call, 540-693-1440. To activate the links in the presentation, download and “play” slideshow.

US SOCCER D LICENSE I. Preparation Phase Candidates are required to complete three (3) assigned training sessions, a Self Reflection on each session and an Online Concussions Course. II. Instructional Phase (14 to 18 hrs.) Candidates meet face-to-face with instructors at a course. III. Deliberate Practice Phase Candidates are required to complete three (3) assigned training sessions and a Self Reflection on each session, over a minimum of 10 weeks. IV. Performance Review Phase (14 to 18 hrs.) Evaluation weekend. Candidates have one full year following the completion of the deliberate practice phase to attend any performance review phase to complete the “D” course.

US SOCCER D LICENSE: Preparation Phase Prior to attending the course there are two (2) assignments you must complete. Pre-Course Assignments must be completed prior to the Instructional Phase. Concussion Assignment Candidates are required to complete Concussion Awareness. Once completed, print it out and bring it to the course. (US Soccer will also send Virginia Youth Soccer an updated list) Link: Concussion Awareness

US SOCCER D LICENSE: Preparation Phase Candidate Preparation Coaching Sessions Create and deliver three (3) lesson plans from the US Soccer D Practice Topics. One (1) Attacking One (1) Defending One (1) Goalkeeper Fill out a “Self Assessment” of each Practice. Links: US Soccer D Practice Topics [Pre-course and Deliberate Practice Phase] US Soccer D Session Planner and “Self-Reflection” Document US Soccer Session Planner Instructions

US SOCCER D LICENSE: Instructional Phase Candidates will meet face to face with VYSA Instructors Be prepared to participate in the classroom (paper, pen/pencil, tablet or computer) and on the field (soccer shoes, appropriate clothing for the weather, soccer ball). For more information visit US Soccer D Information. Links: Online Registration

US SOCCER D LICENSE: Deliberate Practice Phase Candidate Deliberate Practice Coaching Sessions Create and deliver three (3) lesson plans from the US Soccer D Practice Topics. One (1) Attacking One (1) Defending One (1) Goalkeeper Fill out a “Self Assessment” of each Practice. Send in Sessions and Self-Assessment to VYSA (Jackie Burket, jackie@vysa.com) - identify which Evaluation Weekend you will attend. Links: US Soccer D Practice Topics [Pre-course and Deliberate Practice Phase] US Soccer D Session Planner and “Self-Reflection” Document US Soccer Session Planner Instructions

US SOCCER D LICENSE: Performance Review Phase Candidates will meet face to face with VYSA Instructors Final on-field evaluation. Be prepared to participate in the classroom (paper, pen/pencil, tablet or computer) and on the field (soccer shoes, appropriate clothing for the weather, soccer ball). Candidates have one full year following the completion of the deliberate practice phase to attend any Performance Review Phase to complete the “D” course. (It does not have to be at the same location you did the Instructional Weekend). For more information visit US Soccer D Information. Links: Online Registration

US SOCCER D LICENSE: Frequently asked questions Is there a waiver process which permits a candidate to bypass the “E” license and begin with a “D” course? As of January 1, 2013 waivers are no longer offered or allowed to bypass the “E” license and begin with a “D” license course. After earning an “E” license, is there a waiting period between the “E” and “D” courses? Applicants must show they have been “actively coaching” for a minimum of six (6) months. The active coaching period begins on the issue date of the “E” License. After earning a “D” license, is there a waiting period between the “D” and “C” courses? Applicants must show they have been “actively coaching” for a minimum of twelve (12) months. The active coaching period begins on the issue date of the “D” License.

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